Impact of mineral homeostasison the pathogenesis of some common diseases in Sri Lanka

Minerals play an important role in the homeostasis of human body functions. Increased levels of such minerals may lead to their precipitation or accumulation at different body sites leading to diseases. In this oration, effects of Manganese on sulfation of neurotransmitters, work on gall stones and renal stones in Sri Lankan population is discussed.

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